Maldives Travel Guide: How to apply for visa by own

polonrish
Nov 4, 2022
3 min read

Updated: Apr 20, 2023

Many people feel discouraged when thinking about applying for visa by their own, but we are here to tell you that it's not complicated. Today I am going to show you a straightforward way in our Maldives Travel Guide - How to apply for visa by own.

You can check the video to understand the process and keep reading to find out how to apply for visa.

More about Maldives & Travel Guide

Planning a holiday in the Maldives can be an exciting and memorable experience. Therefore proper Maldives travel guide is important. Now it is open for all and there is no travel restrictions in Maldives.

Maldives is known for its beautiful sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters, and luxurious resorts. Maldives lies southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about 750 kilometers from the Asian continent's mainland.

Capital: Malé | Continent: Asia | Currencies: United States Dollar, Maldivian rufiyaa |

Official language: Dhivehi

Our journey starts from Bangalore and we booked a Go-Air flight (round trip). You can get a good rate from various airlines partner. Try to take a window seat because you will enjoy the islands while approaching the Maldives and the view is very beautiful.

We booked our hotel earlier and from Male we took speed boat to reach the Mafusi Island. There are private Islands are also there but those are costly.

Note: Alchohol or cigarette is only available on private islands not on public islands or places at Maldives. Even you cannot carry it from outside.

Maldives Traveled through Goair — Maldives view from Aircraft

Visa Process - How to apply for visa by own

Travellers from most countries are granted a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival in the Maldives. However, please note that immigration regulations can change, so it's essential to check the latest requirements before your trip. This is a traveler's dream destination. In terms of visa, a Tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. As such, travelling to Maldives as a tourist does not require pre-approval for the visa. However, the person must satisfy the basic entry requirements to get immigration clearance upon arrival.

Visa can be applied on the IMUGA site - https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv

Video guide for the form fill-up process

Guidelines for obtaining a visa for the Maldives:

A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
A return or onward ticket, showing your departure from the Maldives within the visa validity period.
Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stays, such as bank statements or a credit card.
Visa on arrival: Upon arrival at Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, proceed to the immigration counter. Present your passport, arrival card (what you have filled in on the IMUGA website), and other required documents. The immigration officer will stamp your passport with a 30-day tourist visa, which is typically free of charge.
On the IMUGA website, you have to fill up twice - 1. while Travelling to Maldives & 2. While Departing from Maldives. Both times you need to show this to the immigration officer.

Things to do in Maldives

You can explore Maldives in 4-5 days, which is more than sufficient. You can do a lot of activities during your stay like -

1. Scuba Diving at Maaya Thila

2. Snorkeling at Maafushi Island

3. Enjoy Sunset Cruise

4. Go for Jet Ski at Male Atoll

5. Jungle Cinema at Gili Lankanfushi

6. Skydiving in Maldives

7. Dolphin Watching Tour

8. Island Hopping Tour

9. Banana Boat Ride

10. Fly Boarding, Surfing

11. Fishing and more.

What to eat in Maldives

Foods are good really good and we found lot people from Bangladesh We felt a homely atmosphere. The traditional cuisine of Maldivians is based on three main items and their derivatives: coconuts, fish, and starches.